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Brazil no-till farming expansion

Overview

Brazil’s no-till farming system, known as Sistema de Plantio Direto (SPD), has expanded to cover approximately 45 million hectares, representing 65% of the nation’s temporary crop area. This marks a significant increase from 2017, when the IBGE Agricultural Census recorded over 33 million hectares under this system.

The technique is defined by three core principles: minimal soil disturbance, maintaining soil cover through straw or living vegetation, and crop rotation. These practices are intended to control erosion, conserve moisture, and improve soil quality. Economically, the system reduces the need for conventional plowing and harrowing, leading to savings in fuel, labor, and time.

While the system has deep roots in Brazil dating back to 1972, experts note that challenges remain regarding the incomplete application of its principles, specifically citing insufficient crop rotation or inadequate vegetation cover.

Entities

IdR-Paraná · IBGE · Brazil · FEBRAPDP · Herbert Bartz

Timeline

  1. [BUSINESS] 4 sources
    Brazil's no-till farming covers 45 million hectares

    No-till farming now covers 45 million hectares in Brazil, representing 65% of the nation's temporary crops and highlighting the expansion of conservation agriculture.

  2. [BUSINESS] 3 sources
    Brazil expands no-till farming to 45 million hectares

    Brazil's no-till farming is expected to reach 45 million hectares by 2026, covering 65% of temporary crops while improving soil health and reducing operational costs.

Sources

dgabc.com.br · eaemaq.com.br · portaldoagronegocio.com.br · redacaomt.com.br · spacemoney.com.br · tnonline.com.br